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The Union Budget 2025 has brought great news for patients battling cancer, rare diseases, and chronic illnesses. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has announced that 36 life-saving drugs will now be completely exempt from Basic Customs Duty (BCD), reducing treatment costs for millions of people. Key Healthcare Announcements What This Means for Patients Patients suffering from […]

Psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis are chronic conditions that can greatly affect a person’s quality of life. Finding the right treatment is important for long-term disease control and relief. A recent study has confirmed that guselkumab is a safe and effective treatment option for these conditions, showing lasting results over 208 weeks (4 years). What Did […]

For years, people have wondered whether a mother’s health during pregnancy can cause autism in her child. Many studies have suggested a connection, but new research from NYU Langone Health shows that this is not true. What Does the Study Say? A large study, published in Nature Medicine, looked at 1.1 million pregnancies in Denmark. […]

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men. Doctors usually detect it through blood tests, MRI scans, and biopsies. However, some of these tests can be uncomfortable and may lead to the overdiagnosis of low-risk cancers. Now, researchers at the University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center have introduced a new urine-based […]

Obesity is a growing health challenge in India. It increases the risk of serious diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure. Recognizing this, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken a strong stand to fight obesity and promote healthier living among Indians. At the 38th National Games in Dehradun, PM Modi emphasized the importance […]

The Union Budget 2025-26 has brought significant changes to the Income Tax Slabs under the New Tax Regime, giving relief to millions of taxpayers. Here’s a simple breakdown of what has changed and how it affects you. Key Highlights of Income Tax Changes for 2025-26 Income Range (₹) Tax Rate 0 – 4 lakh Nil […]

Great news for gestational diabetes management! The Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) has approved an important update for Metformin Sustained Release (SR) tablets (500 mg/1000 mg), allowing it to be considered for use during pregnancy and in the periconceptional phase as an addition or alternative to insulin therapy, when necessary. What’s New? The updated […]

A breakthrough in diabetes and kidney care! The FDA has approved Semaglutide (Ozempic) to help reduce the risk of worsening kidney disease, kidney failure, and cardiovascular-related deaths in adults with type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD). This makes Ozempic the first and only GLP-1 receptor agonist approved for this indication. Why This Approval […]